You’re Not Busy, You’re Afraid to Stop
The post argues that rest is a theological mandate, not a reward earned after work. It explains that the Sabbath command calls for ceasing on the seventh day, independent of productivity, and frames rest as an identity statement rather than a recovery tool. The author links modern anxiety to a belief that value resides solely in output, and suggests that regular Sabbath practice can reshape that mindset. Ultimately, the piece invites readers to view rest as a sacred, identity‑affirming practice that reduces anxiety and restores purpose.
When You’re Not Sure God Will Provide Enough
The post uses the Israelite wilderness narrative to illustrate how hunger—both literal and metaphorical—intensifies fear during periods of transition. It explains that our nervous system treats uncertainty like threat, causing us to idealize past security while overlooking its hidden costs....
The Best and Worst Thing That Has Ever Happened to Us
Sam Altman estimates a 10‑20% chance that artificial intelligence could end civilization, yet development continues unabated. Optimists point to breakthroughs like AlphaFold’s protein‑folding solution, promising cures for cancer and massive gains in education, agriculture, and energy. Realists highlight documented self‑preservation...